Almost £3,000 was raised for the club, holding its autumn sale in order to raise funds for the activities during the coming year. Margaret Parry, resident of Chobham for 36 years and chairwoman of the group, said: “It went very, very well and it was a happy day. “It was very successful and we almost reached our financial target. “We’re not entirely sure how much we raised because we’ve still got dribs and drabs coming in but it’s in the region of £3,000.” Mrs Parry said knitted items and members’ home-made food, which included jams, chutneys, quiches and cakes, proved most popular on the day. She added: “The food really walked straight out of the door.” The club provides social events and outings throughout the year for residents in Chobham aged 70 and above and meets every other Tuesday at the parish pavilion on Station Road. Mrs Parry added: “The club fulfils an important role in Chobham. We have many members who were born and bred in the village and lived here all their lives. “Some of their families live near but it’s very difficult for others because Chobham is not a good village for affordable housing. “Some relatives have to go to places in other parts of the county and move back here later in life when they can afford to live here.”